1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 124 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
